Dried flowers projects
Dried lavender has many uses Dried lavender is gaining popularity at the moment for home crafts. Many people have a lavender bush in their garden and can dry their own, or it is very easy to source online. Paradoxically, I think my old Aunt Nancy (born in 1926) was a member of the last generation…
Relax with a cup of lavender tea Lavender tea is both refreshing and relaxing. Don’t just save it for bedtime – enjoy it on a sunny Sunday afternoon in the garden! This willow pattern china reminds me of afternoon tea in the garden with my elderly granny and aunt. We used to visit them about…
Clothes moths are a common irritation traditionally remedied using dried lavender I was watching TV the other night and saw a programme on the clothes moth. Apparently they originated in owl pellets! A human’s wardrobe can – it seems – be said to resemble an owl nest from the moth’s point of view! The larvae…
Dried lavender lends a country feel to your celebration. Dried flowers such as dried lavender make lovely wedding confetti & decorations. If you are planning a country-style or vintage themed wedding, extend the feel by using dried flowers in the confetti, as table decorations, and even in favours. Dried lavender as wedding confetti Dried lavender…
Making a pomander with dried lavender This pomander is very decorative and easy to make. Use it to perfume your wardrobe – keeping your clothes smelling fresh and deterring clothes moths! This one is hanging on my wardrobe door as I thought it was too pretty to hide away. It’s cheap to…